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Is the next agricultural revolution going to be slaughter free for a healthier planet?

On the side-lines of COP25 there is a growing number of organisations that are working on solutions that are needed now to face the climate crisis.

Tags: CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENT

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Specialised production secures better income for rural households in China

The rapid economic growth in China has brought numerous benefits, but also many challenges. Rapid urbanization, environmental vulnerability, an aging population and internal migration of young men is putting pressure on rural agricultural production systems.

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IFAD’s Climate Action Report 2019

Climate change is no longer a problem for the future: it is happening now. Actions to tackle climate change and address the challenges it poses are paramount on the international policy agenda, as well as among IFAD priorities and commitments.

Tags: CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENT

Research and data

2019 Rural Development Report

IFAD’s RDR 2019 finds that this enormous rural youth population can pay a rich dividend in terms of social and economic growth – but only if they are given the right opportunities.
IFAD Annual Report 2018

Learn about IFAD's work, investments and results in our 2018 Annual Report.

Events

02 DEC

IFAD at COP 25 - UN climate change conference

02 - 13 December 2019

24 JUN

Global Forum on Remittances, Investment and Development - Africa 2020

24 - 26 June 2020

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IFAD and the SDGs

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The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) is an international financial institution and a specialized agency of the United Nations dedicated to eradicating poverty and hunger in rural areas of developing countries.

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Latest

Is the next agricultural revolution going to be slaughter free for a healthier planet?

Specialised production secures better income for rural households in China

IFAD’s Climate Action Report 2019

Research and data

2019 Rural Development Report

IFAD Annual Report 2018

Events

IFAD at COP 25 - UN climate change conference

Global Forum on Remittances, Investment and Development - Africa 2020

IFAD and the SDGs

About us

Stay connected